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The uncommon nurse practitioner who rose against the odds

Heather Kelley, ’26, is graduating with her master’s in nursing after persevering through some of her darkest days, sustained by her faith and her family.

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From local headlines to statewide buzz: CUW’s School of Nursing is making waves

If you have been paying attention to the news lately—from hyperlocal community outlets to broader statewide coverage—you may have noticed a consistent theme: Concordia University Wisconsin’s School of Nursing is having a moment.

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Preparing nurses for moments that matter: Concordia breaks ground on new nursing wing addition

At hospitals, clinics and care facilities across Wisconsin, nurses are often the steady presence patients remember. They are the reassuring voice, the careful listener and the compassionate hand during moments that matter most. On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, that calling—and Concordia’s commitment to it—was celebrated as the university community gathered in the Chapel Courtyard to break ground on a new nursing wing.

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Nursing student crowned Miss Milwaukee 2026

On Saturday, Feb. 21, with a smile on her face and a heart for service, Concordian Briana Schram was crowned Miss Milwaukee, carrying with her a lesson that will stay long after the classroom — leave the “baggage” at the door.

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Preparing nurses for moments that matter: Concordia breaks ground on new nursing wing

On April 22, from 3:30 to 6 p.m., the university will host a ceremonial groundbreaking for a new nursing wing designed to expand how future nurses are formed and prepared. The project includes approximately 26,000 square feet of new construction and 11,650 square feet of renovated space. Construction is expected to continue through summer 2027, with the new facility opening for the fall 2027 semester.

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CUW in the news: Highlighting Concordia’s impact on Wisconsin’s economy

At Concordia University Wisconsin, we believe education is more than preparation for a career. It is preparation for a life of service. Each day our students, faculty, and alumni contribute to communities across the state and beyond. Recently, that impact received broader attention in regional and statewide media.

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Concordia University Wisconsin strengthens state economy, supports 1,780 regional jobs

Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities are, collectively, one of the state’s top 10 employers and powerful economic drivers, according to new statewide data, showing the sector supports tens of thousands of jobs.

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Concordia University Wisconsin helps address the healthcare workforce shortage

Across Wisconsin and the nation, healthcare systems are facing a critical workforce shortage. Concordia University Wisconsin is helping meet this urgent need by preparing 388 healthcare graduates in the class of 2025 who are ready to serve where they are most needed.

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Nursing Excellence at Concordia: MSN Program Ranked No. 1 in Wisconsin

RegisteredNursing.org highlights Concordia’s “rigorous and comprehensive” approach to graduate nursing education, emphasizing evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, interprofessional collaboration, and a strong culture of compassionate care.

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Concordia University responds to nursing shortage with new DE-MSN program for career changers

Concordia University Wisconsin has announced the launch of a new Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, designed specifically for career changers who hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field and are ready to pursue a future in nursing. The first cohort will begin in fall 2026.

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